Te Kura o Tititea Mount Aspiring College (MAC) celebrated the commitment and achievement of its students in sport on Wednesday evening (October 22).

Principal Nicola Jacobsen said the awards reflected the determination and skill of students who train and compete in their chosen sports while also fulfilling their other commitments at school. 

“We have more than 600 students who participate in around 26 different sports at MAC, and as a college, we attend more than 50 school sporting events each year,” she said.

“That’s an amazing effort from everyone involved, including our students, our sports department, our teachers, our students’ families and whānau, and our local community and sponsors. 

“It’s incredible to see our students train and achieve such high standards, including at a national and international level.” 

Nicola said achieving at such a high level takes a particular mindset and helps create a culture of high performance across all aspects of school life. 

“Our aim is always to support our students’ dreams and these awards are one way we can recognise and celebrate our students’ achievements in sport.” 

The Bayne Family Trophy for Girls Sport Award went to Phoebe Laker (Year 12) and the Paul Campbell Trophy for Boys Sport Award went to Luke Harrold (Year 12). 

All the recipients of this year’s sports awards.

The Team Performance of the Year award went to the MAC Year 9A netball team of Issy Asberg, Jordi Bright, Hana Carnie, Gabby Henshall, Zara Jennings, Honor Jones, Frankie Kisling, Elliot Lovelock, Sophia McClintock, and Charlotte Taylor. 

Sport Service Blues were awarded to students who have made a significant contribution to sport. 

Sport Performance Blues were awarded to students who have represented the school and their sport at the highest local level for two years, displaying a commitment to their team or club, and upholding the reputation of the school both on and off the field. 

Students who achieved national or international representation in their chosen sport this year were also recognised. 

Nicola said the school was “immensely grateful” to the school staff, community members and organisations who generously give their time to support the students in pursuing their sporting passions.

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